Minnesota Favored to Prevail in Big Ten Showdown Against Maryland

Game outlook

Minnesota will host Maryland in a Big Ten battle on Saturday, Oct. 26. Both teams are 4-3 overall this season with Minnesota holding a 2-2 conference record and Maryland at 1-3. Minnesota is coming off a bye week after a win over UCLA, while Maryland secured a crucial victory against USC. Both teams are looking for a win to keep their seasons alive, with Minnesota opening as the betting favorite at -4.5. Kick-off is at 3:30 P.M. EST.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Terrapins +160 | Golden Gophers -185

Spread: Terrapins +4 (-110) | Golden Gophers -4 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 46.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 65%.

Maryland Terrapins

Maryland's football team currently holds a 4-3 overall record and is 1-3 in Big Ten Conference play. The Terrapins have won one out of two road games this season, with this game against Minnesota marking their consecutive away game. In their last outing, Maryland secured a come-from-behind victory against USC, with quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. leading the charge with 373 passing yards and two touchdowns. The team's offense is averaging 29.4 points per game, ranking 62nd in the nation, while their defense is allowing an average of 24.9 points per game, placing them 74th. The Terrapins are 3-4 against the spread this season and have been successful as underdogs, going 2-1 ATS in such games. They have a power ranking of 32, with their offense ranked 62nd and defense ranked 74th.